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The Use of Telehealth for Psychological Counselling of Vulnerable Adult Patients With Rheumatic Diseases or Diabetes: Explorative Study Inspired by Participatory Design

BACKGROUND: Video consultation is increasingly used in different health care settings to reach patients. However, little is known about telehealth in psychological counselling for vulnerable patients with somatic and chronic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes. OBJECTIVE: This study...

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Autores principales: Rothmann, Mette Juel, Mouritsen, Julie Drotner, Ladefoged, Nanna Skov, Jeppesen, Marie Nedergaard, Lillevang, Anna Sofie, Laustrup, Helle, Ellingsen, Torkell
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: JMIR Publications 2022
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8981013/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/35311690
http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/30829
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Sumario:BACKGROUND: Video consultation is increasingly used in different health care settings to reach patients. However, little is known about telehealth in psychological counselling for vulnerable patients with somatic and chronic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to develop and pilot test a telepsychology module for inclusion in the app My Hospital (Mit Sygehus) to provide remote psychological counselling to vulnerable adults with either rheumatic diseases or diabetes. METHODS: With inspiration from participatory design, the content of the telepsychology module was developed through user involvement and evaluated by individual interviews with patients and psychologists as well as questionnaires. RESULTS: We developed a module with our patient partners that targeted patients with rheumatic diseases and diabetes in relation to the psychological challenges of living with chronic diseases. The module included information, tools, exercises, and videoconferencing. In total, 16 patients and 3 psychologists participated in the pilot test. Psychological counselling was described by 4 themes: “The good relation despite physical distance,” “The comfort of being at home,” “The pros of saving time on transport and energy,” and “A therapeutic alliance at a distance.” CONCLUSIONS: Psychological counselling in relation to somatic care can be provided by videoconferencing supported by web-based or mobile delivery of tailored information, tools, and exercises without compromising on the quality of care. To ensure a good alliance between the patient and psychologist, a first face-to-face meeting is important. The home location provided patients with a safe environment and increased accessibility and reduced travel time to the hospital.